Electrician-Supervisor

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking an Electrician Supervisor to direct journeyman electricians and other staff in maintenance, installation and repair of electrical and electronic systems, excluding patient-care equipment.

The role reports to the Facilities Management Service and requires oversight of safety, performance, and compliance. Responsibilities include supervising work orders, training, contractor documentation, and personnel decisions, with a standard 8:00 am–4:30 pm,

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical supervisory duties demonstrated by work history.
• Knowledge of electrical safety regulations and safe work practices.
• Experience coordinating maintenance and repair operations.

Responsibilities

• Directs journeyman electricians and others in maintenance, installation and repair of electrical and electronic equipment (excluding patient care gear).
• Initiates repair work orders and assigns tasks using work orders and SOPs.
• Provides on-the-job training and participates in formal employee training programs.
• Communicates effectively in speech and writing.
• Keeps staff informed of changes within the service and medical center.
• Ensures contractors provide proper test report documentation per JACHO format.
• Keeps up with electrical trade literature; follows VHA safety guidelines to ensure staff work safely.
• Evaluates performance, counsels, administers discipline, and assists with personnel issues.
• Interviews applicants and recommends hires, promotions, and orientations.
• Approves and schedules annual leave to meet service needs.
• Other duties as assigned; typical schedule Mon–Fri 8:00–4:30.

Job description

Summary

Electrician Supervisor involves the direction and supervision of journeyman electronic mechanics - electricians - and others - as assigned - in the maintenance - installation - repair of all electronic and electrical apparatus - exclusive of patient equipment. Position is under the immediate supervision of Troy Bowling Campus Maintenance & Operations Supervisor of Facilities Management Service - who reviews work on end results achieved - makes decisions independently within the range of responsibility.

Summary

Electrician Supervisor involves the direction and supervision of journeyman electronic mechanics - electricians - and others - as assigned - in the maintenance - installation - repair of all electronic and electrical apparatus - exclusive of patient equipment. Position is under the immediate supervision of Troy Bowling Campus Maintenance & Operations Supervisor of Facilities Management Service - who reviews work on end results achieved - makes decisions independently within the range of responsibility.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position - applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required - but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge - skills - and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element - which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Managing Human Resources Customer Service External Awareness Leadership Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience - including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. - Peace Corps - AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. - professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies - knowledge - and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience - including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.

Duties

• Duties include - but are not limited to: Provides direction and supervision of journeyman electronic mechanics - electricians - and others - as assigned - in the maintenance - installation and repair of all electronic and electrical apparatus - exclusive of patient care medical equipment
• Initiates work orders for repair and maintenance of equipment Assigns work to subordinates through oral and written instructions utilizing work orders - current job analysis - and standard operating procedures
• Provides on-the-job training and participates in the formal training program for employees
• Communicates effectively both orally and in writing
• Keeps employee informed of changes within the service and or medical center
• Incumbent also ensures that all service contractors provide all the proper documentation for test reports under JACHO format
• Continually studies new literature to keep current in trade Follows VHA guidelines and regulatory standards relating to electrical safety and assures staff are practicing safe work
• Evaluates employee's performance and counsel's journeyman regarding performance - administers disciplinary action when indicated - recommends to a higher level when needed or recommends performance awards - assists employees with personnel problems and complaints
• Interviews applicants and make recommendations for hiring - promoting - reassignment - assists with orientation of new employees
• Approves and schedules annual leave using sound judgement and good management practices to meet the needs of the service
• Other duties as assigned Work Schedule: Full Time - Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Electrician-Supervisor/PD01045A Physical Requirements: The duties of this position require physical exertion involving lifting - pushing - pulling or carrying objects of varying weights - sizes and shapes
• Physical effort is exerted in walking - running - climbing - crawling - and bending
• Strain related to lack of movement such as standing in place - crouching - or stooping for extended periods of time
• A one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period may be required.